You have intubated a 5-year-old girl with a suspected head injury. You note that the patient is exhibiting signs of herniation. What is the desired range for this patient's end-tidal CO2?
A) 35 to 40
B) 30 to 35
C) 25 to 30
D) 40 to 45
Question 2
Which of the following statements about the administration of dextrose to the patient with a traumatic brain injury is TRUE?
A) Hypoglycemia is associated with a poorer neurologic outcome; if the blood glucose level is less than 60 mg/dL, administer 25 grams of dextrose.
B) Hypoglycemia is inconsequential to neurologic outcome; assessing the blood glucose level is not a priority.
C) Hyperglycemia is associated with a poorer neurologic outcome; never administer dextrose to a patient with traumatic brain injury.
D) Hypoglycemia is associated with a poorer neurologic outcome. All patients with suspected traumatic brain injury who have an altered mental status should receive 25 grams of dextrose intravenously.
Patient Education Follow-up Plan
Role-Playing a Situation in Which a Patient Is from Another Culture
Bracing the head while applying pressure to the neck.
Without losing contact, move to the recipient’s right side. Stand at the hip and face the head. ...
Head of a Man (Traditionally Known as "Brutus")
Cow Head